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Waterfront Park (Dobbs Ferry)
4.7 ★★★★★ 963 Google reviews · Running trail in Dobbs Ferry, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Waterfront Park (Dobbs Ferry)'s own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Clean park for picnics and fishing excursions, featuring playgrounds and a tranquil river view.
What runners say about Waterfront Park (Dobbs Ferry)
“The seating areas are plentiful and well-maintained, providing a comfortable place to take in the gorgeous scenery.”
“Evening walks are amazing, peaceful, and quiet a beautiful view of downtown Manhattan along the trail of the park there’s a bit of history of the first sealers”
“Evening walks are amazing, peaceful, and quiet a beautiful view of downtown Manhattan along the trail of the park there’s a bit of history of the first sealers”
Love this place. Gorgeous is an understatement. Love the tranquil and serene atmosphere. The sunsets are amazing. In the spring when the trees are in full bloom, grass lush and green, everything is picturesque.
Beautiful place to take a walk, and you can take amazing pictures from this place. Would recommend to go here because it’s nice and peaceful and the roads are paved and nice.
Just 30 minutes outside of New York City this park offers a variety of wonderful things to enjoy first off plenty of parking at only $10 for 24 hours does a big soccer field for kids to enjoy along with the Park area for smaller and bigger kids plenty of grass and space for barbecue and and picnic the park also…
Dog friendly! A great place to visit in the evenings. So much activity to be seen in the spring time. I enjoyed brining my pup here. The views were very scenic and tranquil. Loved the atmosphere. Will definitely be coming back here.
Trail conditions & character
“Evening walks are amazing, peaceful, and quiet a beautiful view of downtown Manhattan along the trail of the park there’s a bit of history of the first sealers”
“With ample parking available in the adjacent commuter lot, access to the park is convenient for both residents and non-residents.”
“Our kids go all out on the playground, then love walking the path to watch the dogs, check out the trees, and just soak in the nature around them.”
“Evening walks are amazing, peaceful, and quiet a beautiful view of downtown Manhattan along the trail of the park there’s a bit of history of the first sealers”
“The grass is always green, there are restrooms close by, and a few benches if you want to hang out or have a little get-together.”
“There’s also extensive paved pathways throughout the park making it super accessible to anyone.”
“There’s also extensive paved pathways throughout the park making it super accessible to anyone.”
Plan your run at Waterfront Park (Dobbs Ferry)
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitedfwaterfrontpark.org
- Phone+1 914-693-0024
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–11 pm |
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